Crafting the future: Turning timeless metals into sustainable design - Josh Thompson, Halman Thompson

Finding balance: A small business built on wellbeing and resilience - Natalie Williamson, Awakening the Moon

Awakening the Moon is a Sussex-based wellbeing practice offering holistic therapies and personalised support. For founder Natalie Williamson, sustainability isn't just about environmental responsibility - it's about creating a business that is sustainable on a personal level too. In this episode, Natalie discusses the role of boundaries, balance and self-awareness in running a solo business. She explains why protecting her own wellbeing is essential to supporting others, and how working at a sustainable pace enables both her and her clients to thrive.

Crafting the future: Turning timeless metals into sustainable design - Josh Thompson, Halman Thompson

Halman‑Thompson is an artisan metal fabricator based in the North East, creating bespoke products from distressed, aged and brushed brass and copper. Working with premium materials, precision engineering and demanding lead times means efficiency is always front of mind. In this episode, Managing Director Josh Thompson discusses why he believes sustainability starts with efficiency. He explains how reducing waste, making smart operational decisions and creating products built to last have made sustainability a natural part of the company's long-term approach.

A new kind of sparkle: Bringing sustainability to modern jewellery - Rosie Verrill and San Low, Ostara London

Ostara London is a Surrey-based jewellery studio creating bespoke pieces from lab-grown diamonds and reworked heirloom materials. Sustainability is woven into their craft, from the materials they choose to the way they help customers breathe new life into cherished jewellery. In this episode, co-founders Rosie Verrill and San Low explain why they see sustainability through the lens of circularity, and how redesigning, repurposing and reimagining existing pieces can create both environmental and emotional value.

Building differently: Sustainability, craftsmanship and innovation in construction

In this episode of the Novuna Sustainable Business Podcast, we’re joined by Omer Robbins, Managing Director of Robbins Construction - a bespoke contractor delivering high-end residential and commercial projects across London. Omer shares how a “one-build” focused approach is transforming project quality, reducing waste, and embedding sustainability into every stage of construction. From tackling the challenges of retrofitting historic buildings to adopting digital payments and electric fleets, this conversation explores how craftsmanship, innovation and environmental responsibility can come together to shape a more sustainable industry.

Padel, progress & the push for sustainable courts - Tony Shepherd, En Tout Cas

In this episode of the Novuna Sustainable Business Podcast, we’re joined by Tony Shepherd, Director of En Tout Cas — a company with over a century of heritage in building and maintaining tennis and padel courts. Tony shares how the business is evolving to meet growing demand in the booming padel market, while navigating the challenges of sustainability in construction. From extending the lifespan of court surfaces to exploring recycling innovations and balancing environmental responsibility with commercial realities, this conversation offers a fascinating look at how a niche industry is adapting for the future.